Amid the debate over the impact of artificial intelligence on employment, an analysis by Resume Now – a platform that uses AI to help create resumes – identified a list of high-paying jobs with lower risk of automation.
The study was based on data from the Occupational Outlook Manual of the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, especially highlighting occupations in the health sector and trades that require human skills that are difficult to replace.
1. Dental hygienists
–Average salary: $94,260 per year
–Projected growth: 7% (15,500 vacancies)
These professionals provide preventative care, clean teeth, and counsel patients. Their work requires manual precision and direct treatmentespecially with nervous patients.
2. Medical sonographers (sonographers)
–Average salary: $89,340
–Growth: 13% (11,700 vacancies)
They operate ultrasound equipment and adjust parameters in honest time, in addition to positioning patients, which requires constant human judgment.
3. Respiratory therapists
–Average salary: $80,450
–Growth: 12% (16,800 vacancies)
They treat respiratory disorders, manage ventilators and respond to emergencies, where speed and empathy are key.
4. Radiology and MRI technicians
–Average salary: $78,980
–Growth: 5% (12,900 vacancies)
Although AI helps interpret images, these technicians are still essential for operating equipment, positioning patients, and ensuring safety.
5. Occupational Therapy Assistants
–Average salary: $66,050
–Growth: 18% (9,600 vacancies)
They support the recovery of everyday skills through personalized plans that require creativity and human motivation.
6. Wind turbine technicians
–Average salary: $62,580
–Growth: 50% (6,800 vacancies)
They work at heights and remote areas, inspecting and repairing equipment. Its environment makes full automation difficult.
7. Surgical assistants and technologists
–Average salary: $62,480
–Growth: 5% (6,500 vacancies)
They prepare operating rooms and assist in surgeries, where precision, adaptability and coordination are essential.
8. Electricians
–Average salary: $62,350
–Growth: 9% (77,400 vacancies)
They install and repair electrical systems in different environments. Resolving faults in complex spaces requires flexibility and experience.
9. Physiotherapy assistants
–Average salary: $60,050
–Growth: 16% (25,800 vacancies)
They guide therapeutic exercises and adjust treatments according to the patient’s condition, combining technique and humane treatment.
10. Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC) Technicians
–Average salary: $59,810
–Growth: 8% (34,500 vacancies)
With more than 425,200 workers in the sector, it is one of the most in-demand jobs. Requires on-site diagnosis and knowledge of local regulations.
Why these jobs resist AI
In all these cases, artificial intelligence can support certain tasks, but not replace key skills such as human interaction, adaptation to changing situations and manual work in real environments.
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